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Project Safe Childhood Act

12/15/2023, 3:56 PM

Summary of Bill HR 2661

Bill 118 hr 2661, also known as the Project Safe Childhood Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of combating child exploitation and abuse. The bill seeks to enhance the efforts of law enforcement agencies in investigating and prosecuting individuals who engage in the sexual exploitation of children.

One of the key provisions of the Project Safe Childhood Act is the establishment of a national task force dedicated to coordinating and supporting the efforts of federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies in combating child exploitation. The bill also calls for the development of a national strategy to prevent and respond to child exploitation, as well as the allocation of resources to support the investigation and prosecution of offenders.

Additionally, the Project Safe Childhood Act includes measures to enhance the training of law enforcement officers and prosecutors in handling cases of child exploitation, as well as provisions to increase penalties for individuals convicted of such crimes. The bill also includes provisions to improve the coordination of efforts between law enforcement agencies and child welfare organizations in responding to cases of child exploitation. Overall, the Project Safe Childhood Act aims to strengthen the nation's response to child exploitation and abuse, and to ensure that perpetrators are held accountable for their actions. By providing resources and support to law enforcement agencies, as well as increasing penalties for offenders, the bill seeks to protect the most vulnerable members of society and prevent future instances of child exploitation.

Congressional Summary of HR 2661

Project Safe Childhood Act

This bill modifies and reauthorizes through FY2028 the Project Safe Childhood Program within the Department of Justice. The program coordinates child sexual exploitation investigations and prosecutions across federal, state, and local law enforcement; provides training to law enforcement on best practices; and supports public education programs.

Current Status of Bill HR 2661

Bill HR 2661 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 17, 2023. Bill HR 2661 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on April 17, 2023.  Bill HR 2661's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of April 17, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2661

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
14
Democrat Cosponsors
4
Republican Cosponsors
10
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2661

Primary Policy Focus

Crime and Law Enforcement

Potential Impact Areas

- Computers and information technology
- Crime victims
- Crimes against children
- Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation
- Criminal justice information and records
- Domestic violence and child abuse
- Government information and archives
- Intergovernmental relations
- Internet, web applications, social media
- Law enforcement administration and funding
- Pornography
- Sex offenses
- State and local government operations

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2661

Project Safe Childhood Act
Project Safe Childhood Act
To reauthorize and update the Project Safe Childhood program, and for other purposes.

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